Associate Director Market Research - Immunology

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate cross-functionally in the collection and organization of data for market research projects, focusing on HCP market perception and patient feedback.
• Support the gathering of data on patient attitudes and perceptions of Novartis products and patient support programs related to their therapeutic area.
• Provide initial analysis and summaries of market research data to support the execution team's strategic initiatives.
• Compile reports on payer needs, pricing strategies, and market access barriers for review by the execution team.
• Facilitate communication between the execution team and external vendors to ensure research projects align with business needs.
• Coordinate meetings and workshops with internal teams and external partners to discuss research findings and strategies.
• Assist in the documentation of research findings and insights to support internal functions and strategic planning.
• Support the development of standardized templates for research instrument design and analysis.
• Track progress on various research initiatives and provide regular updates to the execution team.
• Assist in the preparation of performance reports and dashboards to support decision-making.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Life Sciences, Data Science, or a related field; Master of Science and/or MBA strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry, with a focus on HCP, patient, and payer insights and analytics.
• 3+ years of domain expertise in primary market research, data science, field analytics, market access, or related strategic analytics.
• Strong analytical background, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication skills for collaborating with leadership and presenting complex insights to diverse audiences.
• Experience working in cross-functional and matrixed teams, with demonstrated ability to collaborate across functions including marketing, provider, and patient engagement.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing business needs.

Nice to Have

• Experience applying different research methodologies to understand market perceptions and sentiment.
• Knowledge of healthcare sector understanding, forecasting, predictive analytics, and qualitative/quantitative research.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, R (Programming Language), and other data analysis tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field; Master of Science and/or MBA strongly preferred.
• At least 6 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.

Benefits & Perks

• Salary range between $126,000 and $234,000 per year, with potential adjustments based on market and individual factors.
• Full range of medical, financial, and other benefits including 401(k) eligibility, paid time off, vacation, sick leave, and parental leave.
• Possible inclusion of a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards.